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DemocratAmendment · S.Amdt. 1185· Senate(119-SAMDT-1185)

S.Amdt. 1185

Rep. Peters
Age: 68 years
Michigan
Introduced
2/20/2025
Sponsored by
Gary Peters
Cosponsors
None
Changes bill
119-SCONRES-7 — An original concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2025 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2026 through 2034.
  1. Introduced
  2. Pending Consideration

What this amendment would do

As your legislative analyst, let us break down what Mr. Peters is trying to do here in plain English.

The purpose of this amendment is to set up a reserve fund specifically for making sure the Department of Homeland Security has enough money and resources to stop fentanyl from flowing into the United States.

What It Changes or Adds

  • It allows the Chairman of the Committee on the Budget of the Senate to change budget allocations and adjustments for legislation related to stopping the flow of fentanyl into the country.

  • It explicitly points out that these resources may include increasing staffing for U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers and U.S. Border Patrol agents.

  • It allows for procuring non-intrusive inspection systems for ports of entry.

  • It supports carrying out relevant science and technology research and development programs.

  • It includes increasing the number of Homeland Security Investigations special agents.